(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) –St. Benedict’s College, Colombo, proudly celebrated 160 years of excellence in human and Christian education, reaffirming its legacy. This is a unique feat, as it is one of the very few schools to boast a rich history spanning 160 years of existence.
"St. Benedict’s College launches 160 celebrations"Category: LOCAL
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The Computer Crimes Investigation Division of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) informed the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today that an investigation has been launched into an online train ticket scalping operation.
"CID cracks down on online train ticket scalping"
Four Lankan criminals who have been wanted by the Sri Lanka Police for committing several crimes in the country have been arrested by Interpol.
"Four Lankan criminals arrested by Interpol"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – To mark the upcoming Chinese New Year festival, the Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka and the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism jointly hosted a cultural celebration last night (Jan. 19) at the Cinnamon Life Hotel.
"Cultural celebration held to mark Chinese New Year"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – President Anura Kumara Disanayaka successfully concluded a State Visit to the People’s Republic of China from 14 – 17 January 2025 marking a significant milestone in the long-standing traditional friendship between the two countries and further strengthening bilateral cooperation and partnership. President Disanayaka undertook the State Visit at the invitation of President Xi Jinping.
"President Anura Kumara Disanayaka concludes State Visit to the People’s Republic of China"
Saudi Arabia to Host Al Quran Memorization Competition in Sri Lanka for the second time at Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, on January 20, 2025
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – ”High-ranking officials from the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Islamic Affairs, alongside the Minister of Buddha Sasana and Religious Affairs, are set to grace the ceremony as special guests, presided over by Hon. Khalid Hamud Al Qahtani, the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia”.
"Saudi Arabia to Host Al Quran Memorization Competition in Sri Lanka for the second time at Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, on January 20, 2025"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The government has planned a relief package to provide concessions to small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) facing difficulties in repaying loans.
"Govt. announces relief measures for SME loan repayments"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Sri Lanka and China have agreed to work towards the early conclusion of a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in “one package” in line with the principles of equality, mutual benefit and win-win outcomes.
"Sri Lanka and China agree on early conclusion of comprehensive FTA"
China pledges continued support for Sri Lanka’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China, Zhao Leji, has stated that China is committed to supporting Sri Lanka’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence.
"China pledges continued support for Sri Lanka’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Sri Lanka and China have reached extensive common understandings on deepening traditional friendship and advancing high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and multi-sectoral practical cooperation between the two nations, and on regional and international issues of mutual interest.
"China to support capacity building in Sri Lanka’s judicial, law enforcement and security"